Pre-Production Research I had to decide whether to use an analogue or digital format for my product therefore I researched both intensively.

Introduction From the moment I choose this assignment I knew exactly what my intentions were in making a video product. I wanted to produce film trailer, which would grab an audience's attention. This would also give me a chance to develop my video production techniques due to the fact that I have concentrated on audio and print in the first year. I started this project on the basis of research into video and editing techniques. …

…compression systems in use; the most common for video is called MPEG (Motion Picture Experts Group). Since MPEG compression was first introduced, several different systems have evolved. Today, consumer computers with expanded memory can be operated with simple non-linear editing programmes. The quality of such systems falls in the VHS range, but is applicable for many consumer projects. The non-linear edited project, once completed, can be fed from the computer directly to a videotape deck.